Tooth extraction and bone graph on tooth #31

Question

I had an infected tooth 31, removed Tuesday morning. Pain wasn't awful I have been taking Ibuprofen for it. Though, the pain seems worse today (4). I can tell the swelling is finally down. I'm still on antibiotics - though the surgeon told me to take 1000 mg a day compared to the 2000 my primary dentist had me on. He recommended a bone graph, so I had that done. I can feel the stitches are there. The pain now is going up my jaw. I called, they wrote me a pain script. Could it be something more?

Juan C. Arroyo, DMD · Answer

Hi and thank you for your question.There are a couple of reasons for an increase in pain. An infection,increase in function too quickly, dry socket . It is best to visit your surgeon for an evaluation. Good Luck to you I hope you feel better already!Dr. Juan C. ArroyoOral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:
Sorry about the pain.  My suggestion is to have your dentist evaluate the area for dry socket.  
Best,
Dr. Maddahi

Tooth extraction and bone graph on tooth #31

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